Golden State Cider/Sonoma Craft - Taproom Bartender

Job Summary

The taproom bartender is an engaging and attentive person who shares their enthusiasm for craft cider and beer with our guests. You are the face of our brand within our flagship taproom and must be able to offer friendly greetings, brand and menu explanations, and help create a unique and unforgettable experience. This position requires you to take and execute customer orders, operate the Point-of-Sale system, and handle cash and credit card transactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Efficient preparation of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the taproom
• Enthusiastically share information about our brands and products, the elements of cider/beer/spirits in general, and the processes in which they are made
• Ability to educate, answer questions, and give accurate recommendations to our customers based on their preferences
• Build a positive work environment and relationships through enthusiasm, sociability, supportiveness, insight, and cooperation
• Record drink orders accurately and immediately into the Point-of-Sale system
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges and make change
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar and taproom including taps and prep areas, counters, sinks, shelves, tables, and storage areas
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of inventory and supplies.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to the Taproom Manager.
• Be familiar with GSC & SBC’s promotions and sales and assist with special events.
• Follow opening and closing duties flawlessly
• Sell GSC & SBC merchandise.
• Be willing and able to participate in staff trainings and meetings and share customer feedback with management

Skills & Qualifications

• A passion for cider/beer and a love for customer service are a MUST
• 1 year of bartending and/or restaurant serving experience required
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends
• Must have the ability to multitask, work independently as well as in a team setting, and prioritize efficiently and effectively
• Ability to tactfully handle stressful and difficult situations
• Must be over 21 years old and hold a valid California drivers’ license
• Knowledge of Square (POS) preferred
• Must have or be willing to obtain all required food handling and alcohol service certifications within the given timeframe as specified by state law and the employer

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations and be able to meet the following requirements:

• Frequently stand, walk, talk, listen, and use hands. Regularly reach with hands and arms. Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, crouch, tastes, smells and sits or stand for up to 6 hours per shift
• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally may lift up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally enlist assistance in lifting larger objects/material weighing up to 70 pounds
• Tolerate varying noise levels, temperature, illumination, and air quality
• Able to respond to visual or aural cues
• Work in an environment where the climate constantly changes
• The employee will be exposed to various cleaning solutions

Benefits Included at Sonoma Craft: 

Wellness Allowance - Sonoma Craft recognizes the importance of overall health and wellbeing and provides a wellness allowance of $100 per month which can be used towards a variety of activities that promote physical activity, wellness and work-life balance such as aerobic exercise, flexibility, strength training as well as emotional health including coverage for passes to Regional, State or National Parks. Paid Time Off - Sonoma Craft offers 11 Paid Holidays per year and 18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO).

Health Care - Sonoma Craft pays 95% for employee Medical premium and 50% for dependent premium. Dental and Vision is paid 100% for employees and 50% for dependents.

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